KEEPING IT FRESH AND REAL IN
the JOG service!!! Stephanie does an excellent job of changing it up and keeping it moving as far as JOG altar table tops are concerned. To this end, Stephanie is needing some help with worship elements and below is her request: In an attempt to keep thing fresh in the JOG worship service we are making a request for any candle sticks, stands and votive settings that can be used on table tops. Also we are looking for fabric to use for table decorations. Fabric needs to be of some size to be useful so we ask that it be at least 12 inches square. All colors are welcome. Please contact
Stephanie Veren 522-8711 with donations.
30 MINUTES A WEEK TO READ WITH A CHILD?????
The Garner Educational Foundation is seeking additional volunteers to read
with 2nd graders as a part of the SCOR (Schools and Community Organized to Read) Program. By spending 30 minutes each week reading with a child, you can help him/her improve skills and make a new friend! Training is scheduled for January 31. Contact Martha Liles for more information. Thanks, Martha
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COME AND GET'EM!!!!!!!
I know you think I am crazy to be giving you this info this early....but just wanted to let you folks know that the March-April 2008 The Upper Room daily devotion guides are in and are in the hanging rack out in the hallway. As most of you know, if you don't get one quickly they will be gone before you know it. You've been warned..........
IN SPECIAL HONOR...........
Dr. Bill Fike was a good, dedicated member to our church and he helped some
here in our midst that "could no longer help themselves." Being "Dr.
Fike," most of us never knew who these persons were and that Dr. Fike ever
did anything for them. Here is information about his service of remembrance:
A Memorial service for Dr. Bill Fike will be held 2:00PM Sunday, January 27
at JC Raulston Arboretum at NCSU in the York Auditorium, within the Ruby C.
McSwain Education Center.
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JOG PLANNING GROUP TO MEET
this week, following last week's cancelled meeting. Here is Pastor Susan with all the details: The Journey of Grace Planning meeting scheduled last Sunday has been
rescheduled for this Sunday, January 27 at 5:30PM. We will gather in the Holy Java area and move to a nearby classroom. Those listed on this quarter's planning team are Brian Beaman, Jim Beyer, Kim Byars, Becky Claxon, Glenn Elstun, Macon Grissom, Ben Koon, Jay Kuykendall, Kat Lewis, Bobby Reeves, Mary Lou Todd, Robert Ullman, Mark Valentine, Alan Waters, Katherine Keith, Stu Gregory, Donna Simmons, Bryan Lawrence, Carlos Alvelo. If you are interested in serving and have
not been asked please contact Pastor Susan.
ARTICLES ABOUT THIS
subject are being distributed in TWO articles in today's edition. Do you reckon it's cause it may be important???? A NEW MEAL POLICY. Beginning in 2008 when we are planning for a church wide meal, you will be asked in advance to make a reservation and receive a ticket for you and the exact number of people that will attend. This will then become the count of the dinner and preparation will be made based on that number. If you do not make a reservation and get a ticket you will not be able to just come to the meal.
CHILDREN'S READING PROGRAM
not the only one's offering a reading program list!!! Here's Patricia with the latest in the library news: Four New Books are in the Library on the shelf for the
United Methodist Reading Program
Leap of Faith - Queen Noor
For God and Country - James Yee
Enriques's Journey- Sonia Nazario
10 Gospel Promises for Later Life - Jane Thibault
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WHAT'S THE SENIOR HIGH
youth "Quest" doing this weekend????? Ain't going to tell you what, but Patricia is going to tell you some other things: Quest # 2 Sunday January 27th from 1:30-3:30 in the CLC right after the Soup and Sandwich Lunch. All Sr. High Youth are invited.
Dress comfortably and be prepared to move around alot.
WELL, IT'S USUALLY CALLED "SOUP"er BOWL
Soup and Sandwich sale and it is usually done on SUPER Bowl Sunday.......but due to a conflict this year, the youth missions fundraiser will be a week earlier and is called
"PRE" Soup'er Bowl Soup and Sandwich Fundraiser!! Here's Patricia: "PRE" SOUPer Bowl Lunch Sunday Jan. 27th right after worship at 10:45 & 12:00. Homemade soup & sandwiches. All proceeds will support our summer youth mission trip to The Refuge.
CONFIRMATION CLASSES TO BEGIN AT
Garner church in February!!!! Are you eligible?? What will we be doing?? What is Confirmation Class?? Want to know all the ins and outs.........Here's a link for your viewing pleasure: http://www.garnerumc.org/ministries/youth.html
SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE
supper to be even larger than in years past!! The meal will begin at 6 PM in the gym.
Here is a link that will help remind you: http://www.garnerumc.org/events/pancake_supper.html
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SOME OF YOU HAVE ASKED
about the Dr. Efrid study. So why don't I give it to you in a format so that you can forward it to someone else to invite them while at the same time getting all the info you need for it as well. Here goes:
http://www.garnerumc.org/events/bible_study.html
WHY IN THE WORLD
does the church have to know the "exact" number of folks coming to a meal?????
Should we not plan a meal so that we have enough for EVERYONE??? Is this not what the church should be about????? Yes, having enough food for everyone IS a large consideration to our meal planning here at the church. BUT, also in this equation we must start becoming GOOD STEWARDS of the resources God has bestowed upon us.
Even though VERY LITTLE extra food in the past has been wasted (donations to the Raleigh Rescue Mission AND to our own HOPE ministries, has almost made "food waste" a thing of the past) a more intentional process of food planning has been implemented. If you would like more info on this STEWARDSHIP striving, here is an EXCELLENT link to help you out:
http://www.garnerumc.org/events/meal_policy.html
BIBLE BUCKS GALORE!!!!
In an effort to help our children grow spiritually, we have incorporated The Bible Bucks Program in our Sunday school, Children's Church, and Sunday Night Children's Program. Bible Bucks is an incentive program that encourages the children to earn "Bucks" and then spend them in the Bible Bucks Market on the first Sunday of each month. Bucks are earned and received by the children for things such as bringing their Bible to Sunday school, learning their memory verses, and bringing a friend to church. If your child isn't already, please encourage him/her to participate in the Bible Bucks Program. We are also asking for donations such as small prizes and candy for our Bible Bucks Market. If you would like to donate an item(s) for our market, please drop it off with Carlene or by the elevator. Thank you!!!!
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMMING WITH A GOD PURPOSE!!!!!!!
Our Children's Sunday Night Program is kicking off this Sunday night, January 27th from 5:30 - 7:30. Please join us as the children now have the option of choosing from two curriculums: Made for Praise or Made for J.O.Y. We have developed two curriculums so as to meet the spiritual needs of all our children.
Made for Praise is for Little Apostles and Agape Kids who'd like to participate in our spring musical," Acorns to Oaks". The children will learn how to grow the fruit of the Spirit in their lives. Made for J.O.Y. is for all age groups and allows the children to choose from several electives, such as story time, choir, hand chimes, drama, missions, and crafts, as they surf through God's word, come to know Jesus, and develop Be-Attitudes: Be Obedient, Be Kind, Be Forgiving, Be Bold, and Believe. Our weekly memory verses will be reinforced not only through stories and crafts, but with mission activities, games, and science experiments as well. There is much, much, more!!! To find out more please stop by the Children's table in the gathering area on Sunday, contact Carlene Lucas, or just come on out Sunday night at 5:30 in the fellowship hall. Dinner will be provided at 6:00, with a suggested donation of $3 per child.
Volunteers are still needed for the Children's Sunday Night Program, and you don't necessarily have to be a parent to help out. We need craft leaders, Story tellers, drama leaders, walkers, kitchen help, and persons to help with memory games and science experiments. A walker will lead the children from center to center and just help the leaders at each center. Our goal is to have at least two volunteers at each center, so please volunteer to help us not only reach this goal, but to enhance the spiritual development of the children. Please contact Carlene by calling the church office or by calling 779-3654. Thanks, Carlene!!!
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HOW MUCH WILL GARNER CHURCH
help out in building a house in the Garner area through Habitat for Humanity????
Story developing: Here's the latest: Please help us raise the funds to build a Habitat house in Garner by volunteering at the Power of 7 Missions fundraiser event on May 16th and 17th at Lake Benson. Volunteers are needed for the following committees: Yard sale, bake sale, craft sale, plant sale, concessions, entertainment, parking, Auction, breakfast, games, lunch, set up, and/or clean up. Sign up sheets are located in the gathering area near the entrance to the CLC. Thank you for your support!!!
SHOW YOU GOT SKILLS.......
earn a Bible Buck!!!! Here's the update on the God's Reader program: Kids join our book club, God's Little Readers, just by reading a book on the list and submitting either a summary or a picture about the book. Your work will be displayed on the bulletin board and you'll receive a Bible buck for each summary or picture you submit. See the Children's Ministry Bulletin Board for more details. Thanks, Carlene.
SPARTY.........WHAT??????????????????????????
On February 9th from 6-10 PM all children are invited to our SPARTY/BNO, at which time the boys and girls will be reminded through scripture about beauty and self image. The two will be separated in groups, girls in fellowship hall for a SPARTY (SPA ART PARTY) and boys in CLC for a BNO (Boy's Night Out). The girls will have a great time doing their nails and hair while the boys enjoy themselves playing games and basketball. Please plan to bring your kids for a night of fun and laughter and to hear about what the Bible tells us about inner beauty. We also need volunteers to help out with both the boys and girls. If interested, please call Carlene at the church or at home (779-3654).
HAVEN'T HEARD MUCH ABOUT HOPE MINISTRIES
lately???? Do they need something?? Is there something that I can do??? Here's Carlene with the latest plea there: Volunteers are needed to provide main dishes and side dishes on the first and fourth Saturday of each month. You may volunteer to bring in a dish once a month, or once a quarter, or just one time only, whichever works best for you. If any individuals or groups would like to prepare a dish on one of these Saturday's please contact Carlene. We are also in need of donations of bottled water, large candles, and toiletry items such as razors and toothbrushes. Thank you for you support!!!!!
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DATELINE GARNER, NC: "HOLY GHOST TO
be present at local church's worship events on Sunday." Details below:
8:30 AM: Traditional Worship: Special musical offering for the prelude has: Ashley Martin, violin, Carol Kamp, piano offering: "Fantasia on Lord of the Dance." In the anthem slot we find: The Wheltle Family, Ashley Martin, violin solo offering: "I Wonder as I Wander."
9:45 AM: Contemporary Worship: Opening song: "My Redeemer Lives" Praise and Worship Set: "Come Let Us Worship And Bow Down," "All That Matters" "Eagles Wings." Offertory: "When You Say Nothing At All."
11: AM: Traditional Worship: Morning anthem by the Chancel Choir: "I Wonder As I Wander," offered by: Chancel Choir with the Garner Sinfonia Ashley Martin, violin solo
C.K. Harris, soprano soloist. The Gospel lesson for the morning will be: Matthew 4:12-23 and Pastor Bob's sermon title will be: "Fishing In God's Pond." Offertory selection will be: "Adagio" performed by Ashley Martin on violin. The Garner Sinfonia will be presenting different selections throughout the worship service on Sunday.....Come and let us adore HIM!!!!!
